Oskaloosa Rotary Club Meeting

The Oskaloosa Rotary Club meets weekly on Tuesdays at noon at the Peppertree. Meetings include lunch, a speaker, fellowship and updates on club and community activities. Stop by anytime to see how our group strengthens our community and world.

Coffee Break

5:45 PM-7:15 PM

03/20/18

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Women of the community are invited to attend Tuesday Evening Coffee Break at 1st Christian Reformed Church, 815 N. 11th St. in Oskaloosa. Classes continue weekly at the Church to include an evening meal at 5:45 followed by Bible study 6:15-7:15 for women and Bible stories, games & crafts for their children. The group will be studying the book of Proverbs. (Nursery can be arranged for infants.) Call Deb at 660-8290.

Humanities Iowa Speaker: Tom Milligan

Mr. Milligan will be presenting the program “The Art of Conservation: A Visit with Ding Darling”. Mr. Milligan portrays Ding Darling – discussing his early year in Sioux City where as a boy he became aware of the natural world around him, his developing skills as an editorial cartoonist, and his remarkable life journey. March 20th at 6:30, at Oskaloosa Public Library.

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Young Professionals Book Club

Join Book Vault’s newest Book Club! Aimed at Young Professionals (and the young-at-heart), a selection of genres will be read, including (but not limited to) fiction, non-fiction, mystery, business, and young adult. All are welcome at the monthly gatherings, which are held the 3rd Wednesday of each month. Selections for 2018 thus far:

February 21 – 300 Arguments

March 21 – The Perfect Nanny

April 18 – The Sport of Kings

May 16 – The Silk Roads: A New History of the World (first half)

June 20 – The Silk Roads: A New History of the World (second half)

July 18 – The Hate U Give

August 15 – River of Teeth

Remote Control Flyers Night

A fun evening for young and old to come out and fly their remote control flyers in Center Court of Penn Central Mall weekly. No fee nor pre-registration required. For more information contact Penn Central Mall at 641.673.9414.

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Coffee Break

9:30 AM-11:00 AM

03/22/18

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Women of the community are invited to attend Thursday Morning Coffee Break at Oskaloosa 1st Christian Reformed Church, 815 North 11th St. Each week includes coffee and snacks at 9:30 with community Bible study from 10 – 11. The group will be using a book entitled “Discover the Whole Bible”. Call the church at 641-673-4272 for more information. This non-denominational group meets September through April. Join any time.

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The Exchange

It’s Friday! You know what that means, yes? The Exchange for Entrepreneurs meets at Smokey Row for Coffee & Conversation. Anyone is invited to swing by and work, pitch business ideas, seek business help, exchange thoughts and ideas, or just enjoy coffee and conversation with The Exchange. Visit www.TheExchangeOskaloosa.com for more information.

This Is How We Roll

Imagine the Possibilities, Inc. and Christian Opportunity Center are excited to announce the third annual, This is How We Roll event. This is the seventh year the two organizations have collaborated on this fundraiser (previously known as Ten Pin Turkey Roll). The event will take place Friday, March 23, 2018 from 6:30-9 p.m. at Mahaska Bowl in Oskaloosa. For more information or to be a sponsor contact Amy Zuck at COC 641.628.1162 or Elana Morrow at Imagine the Possibilities 641.673.3459.

‘War of the Worlds’ Production

The William Penn University Theatre Department will present “War of the Worlds: The 1938 Radio Script” in the George Daily Community Auditorium. the production will begin at 7 p.m. Admission is free to the public. For more information visit the WPU Events Calendar page.

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Half Marathon and Fun Run

Oskaloosa Education Foundation presents “A Pot of Gold Half Marathon and Fun Run” in honor of Isaac Hoven. Proceeds are used to award scholarships to students of OHS with a preference to Cross Country or Track participants. Any remaining funds are used by the OEF to enrich the educational opportunities for the students of the Oskaloosa Community Schoo District. Click here to register and for more information.

Eggs and Issues

The public is invited to “Eggs & Issues 2018,” a legislative forum which gives area residents opportunities to learn more about local, state and county topics. The settings is informal and encourages those in attendance to personally meet and speak to their elected representatives. The sessions are held the 2nd and 4th Saturdays through March at Smokey Row in downtown Oskaloosa from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. MidWestOne Bank provides complimentary coffee. All of the sessions will be reported on through the Oskaloosa Herald, KBOE Radio, Osky News, and CRI. For more information contact the OACDG, 641.672.2591.

Red Wine Lovers’ Tasting and Dinner

Saturday, March 24Red Wine Lovers’ Tasting and Dinner6:00 p.m.—Wine Tasting in the Cellar6:30 p.m.—Dinner SeatingReservations Required by 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 22

Join us for a very special dinner evening beginning with a visit to the Tassel Ridge Winery cellar with Winery owner, Bob Wersen, where you will taste wine taken from the barrel that afternoon. Bob will discuss how the wines were made, and then you will be able to taste the difference added aging makes in a wine. Before dinner is served, sample three Iowa Marquette vintages and select your favorite to pair later with your entrée.

Dinner begins with a Spinach Salad with Red Wine Roasted Pears, Feta, Almonds, and Balsamic Vinaigrette paired with Tassel Ridge La Crescent followed by Roasted Petite Shoulder Tender Medallions with an Iowa Marquette Garlic and Shallot Reduction, served with Polenta and Grilled Asparagus and paired with the Tassel Ridge Iowa Marquette vintage of your choice. For dessert, Chef Frank’s Dark Chocolate Dessert will be paired with a Tassel Ridge Finalé Red.

Advance prepaid, non-refundable reservations required by Thursday, March 22. Call the Winery at 641.672.WINE (9463) to make reservations.

Saturday Evening Church

Bethesda House is a multicultural church whose goal is to “infuse life and God’s love into people and families through engaging worship services that offer biblical truth in relevant and practical ways.” People from all backgrounds are welcome. Services are held Saturdays @ 6 p.m. For more information visit their web site.

Join our special guest, Mike Bandstra, and learn about cheese making at Frisian Farms while tasting cheese and wine. Mike will discuss making Gouda in general and the making of five Goudas you will be tasting.

Space is limited so make your reservations early. Advance prepaid, non-refundable reservations required by Friday, March 23. Call the Winery at 641.672.WINE (9463) to make reservations.

Oskaloosa Rotary Club Meeting

The Oskaloosa Rotary Club meets weekly on Tuesdays at noon at the Peppertree. Meetings include lunch, a speaker, fellowship and updates on club and community activities. Stop by anytime to see how our group strengthens our community and world.

Coffee Break

5:45 PM-7:15 PM

03/27/18

http://everythingmahaska.org/event/coffee-break/2018-03-27/

Women of the community are invited to attend Tuesday Evening Coffee Break at 1st Christian Reformed Church, 815 N. 11th St. in Oskaloosa. Classes continue weekly at the Church to include an evening meal at 5:45 followed by Bible study 6:15-7:15 for women and Bible stories, games & crafts for their children. The group will be studying the book of Proverbs. (Nursery can be arranged for infants.) Call Deb at 660-8290.

Master Gardener Education Series

Mahaska County Master Gardeners have hosted a speaker/education series since 2005. These presentations are open to the public; there is no fee to attend. Prior registration is NOT required. Anyone who is interested in the topic is encouraged to attend. The 2018 offerings include:

Your Backyard is for the Birds Learn from Devon Dietz, Linn County Master Gardener on Tuesday, March 13 at 6:30 pm

Slow Food is an idea, a way of living and a way of eating; come learn from Slow Food member Treva Reimer on Saturday, March 17 at 10 am.

Produce Basics Learn how to store, clean, prepare, and preserve various fresh fruits and vegetables (produce you grow or purchase this growing season) from Sarah Spouse, Human Science Specialist on Tuesday, March 27 at 7 pm.

Remote Control Flyers Night

A fun evening for young and old to come out and fly their remote control flyers in Center Court of Penn Central Mall weekly. No fee nor pre-registration required. For more information contact Penn Central Mall at 641.673.9414.

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Coffee Break

9:30 AM-11:00 AM

03/29/18

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Women of the community are invited to attend Thursday Morning Coffee Break at Oskaloosa 1st Christian Reformed Church, 815 North 11th St. Each week includes coffee and snacks at 9:30 with community Bible study from 10 – 11. The group will be using a book entitled “Discover the Whole Bible”. Call the church at 641-673-4272 for more information. This non-denominational group meets September through April. Join any time.

Making Healthcare Personal Series

Mahaska Health Partnership and the Mahaska County YMCA has joined together to offer a wellness topic series. On alternating Thursdays at lunchtime, health professionals will speak on health and wellness topics at the Y. This event is free to the public. A Y membership is not required. Soup is provided free of charge by MHP. Call the Mahaska County YMCA at 641.673.841, click here to view the informational flyer, RSVP to Lea Rice, 641.672.3303.

Leaders Speak Series – Dalton Shaull

Oskaloosa native, Dalton Shaull, will be presenting about his inspiration and journey to creating HealthTech Solutions on Thursday, March 29th at 6:00 pm at William Penn University. The IT start-up focuses on enhancing communication between organ procurement centers, organ transplant centers and clinicians; their technology landed him and his partner, Eric Pahl, on Forbes Magazine’s prestigious “30 under 30” list for 2018. For more information contact William Penn University at 641.676.3400.

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The Exchange

It’s Friday! You know what that means, yes? The Exchange for Entrepreneurs meets at Smokey Row for Coffee & Conversation. Anyone is invited to swing by and work, pitch business ideas, seek business help, exchange thoughts and ideas, or just enjoy coffee and conversation with The Exchange. Visit www.TheExchangeOskaloosa.com for more information.

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Saturday Evening Church

Bethesda House is a multicultural church whose goal is to “infuse life and God’s love into people and families through engaging worship services that offer biblical truth in relevant and practical ways.” People from all backgrounds are welcome. Services are held Saturdays @ 6 p.m. For more information visit their web site.